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Careers, Internships & Opportunities

Internships & Opportunities

The College of Liberal Arts encourages undergraduate students to participate in internships to prepare for their future careers. Students can apply the core skills they learn in their degree programs—how to think critically, solve problems and communicate effectively—in real-world professional settings.Ìý

The college actively collaborates with 51³Ô¹ÏÍø’s and employers across a range of fields and industries to help cultivate professional development opportunities for its students. Additionally, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø’s location in Philadelphia allows students to pursue internships across an array of organizations in the region.

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Criminal Justice Internship Seminar

Students are encouraged to enroll in our specialized internship program, earning threeÌýcredits forÌýÌýCriminal Justice Internship SeminarÌý(which can be used toward the electives in the major) and three, sixÌýor nineÌýcreditsÌýinÌýÌýCriminal Justice InternshipÌý(which count towards the 123 credits required for graduation but may not be used to fulfill any requirements of the Criminal Justice Major). This program runs in the fall, springÌýand summer (over the two summer sessions). Interested students should contact the following staff memberÌýfor more information.

Kim Campanese is an academic advisor.
Phone:Ìý215-204-7919
Email:

ProRanger Philadelphia

ProRanger PhiladelphiaÌýis an academic and technical skills training and paid internship program that is cooperatively administered by the National Park Service and 51³Ô¹ÏÍø. The program was established to recruit, train and employ law enforcement park rangers for the National Park Service. Upon graduation from 51³Ô¹ÏÍø and successfully completing the ProRanger program, participants are placed in a permanent career tenure law enforcement park ranger position with the National Park Service. For more information on the program, requirements and application details, .

Careers

The skills gained from a liberal arts degree are highly relevant in today’s rapidly evolving world. Apply the experience and knowledge acquired in the Criminal Justice BA program to your professional pursuits across many organizations and industries, including academics, cultural institutions, government agencies or the social sciences. The versatility of this program’s curriculum helps you graduate with valuable skill sets sought by many employers.

Criminal Justice BA graduates have a wide array of unique options available to them.Ìý

Many continue onto advanced degrees in areas like public policy, sociology and decision neuroscience, while others pursue careers in the criminal justice field. Examples of career options available include the following.Ìý

  • Correctional officerÌý
  • Court reporter
  • Criminal justice research
  • Crime prevention specialist
  • Crime scene investigator
  • Criminal justice policy advisor
  • Criminal law paralegal
  • Criminal defense lawyer
  • Digital forensics examiner
  • Forensic science technicianÌý
  • Human services
  • Local, state and federal law enforcement
  • Police officerÌý
  • Private detective
  • Probation officerÌý
  • Security guardÌý
  • Secret service agent
  • Private security

Career Services

Joyce K. Salzberg Center for Professional Development

The Joyce K. Salzberg Center for Professional DevelopmentÌýin the College of Liberal Arts empowers students to present themselves successfully as candidates forÌýinternship, employment and postgraduate education opportunities.Ìý

Through counseling, seminars and workshops, the center offers an array of services including

  • connecting students’ experience with potential employers;
  • drafting and editing résumés and cover letters;
  • practicing interview skills;
  • preparing for further education; and
  • strategizing on internships and job opportunities.

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Career Seminar

The College of Liberal Arts requires a one-credit seminar course that focuses on the flexibility of a liberal arts degree to prepare students for careers in corporate entities, education, government agencies, nonprofit organizations and more. Through this course, you’ll develop and refine your résumé, receive guidance on navigating professional networking opportunities and interviews, and be equipped to confidently market yourself to potential employers.ÌýÌý

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University Career Services

As a 51³Ô¹ÏÍø student, you can also visit the university’s Career Center for support during your job or internship search. Drop in for a short visit or schedule a 30-minute coaching session to discuss components of your professional profile, including your résumé and LinkedIn presence.

Career services can provide

  • assessments of your professional direction,
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  • support for job search strategies.

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